1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 1986 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1602 | Accord |
Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |